Training
Technique, sparring and competition preparation with a focus on self-defence — structured and led by experienced coaches.
View training →Competitive close-combat sport: in Bad Kissingen we train for national and international competition, from young athletes to the national team.
The Deutscher Hand-to-Hand Fight Verein e.V. (DHFV) is the national organisation that develops, promotes and represents the sport of Hand-to-Hand Fight in Germany.
As the official point of contact for clubs, athletes, coaches and referees, the association coordinates national competition and represents Germany’s interests internationally. At international level, the DHFV is affiliated with the Hand-to-Hand Fighting Sport International Federation (HSIF).
In 2019, Germany hosted the World Cup in Leipzig. In February 2026, the DHFV played host to the European Championships in Würzburg.
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Technique, sparring and competition preparation with a focus on self-defence — structured and led by experienced coaches.
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If you want more than training, you’ll compete with us at championships and international tournaments, all the way up to the national team.
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Impressions from training, seminars and competitions — real moments from the gym and the edge of the mat.
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From 20 to 22 February 2026, the DHFV hosted the Hand-to-Hand Fighting European Championship together with the HSIF, the EFHF and Phönix Fightclub Würzburg — with podium finishes for the German teams.
Photos in the gallery →We train at the “Kalte Halle” in Bad Kissingen. Drop by and try a session.
The latest clips from training and competition are on our YouTube channel.
The latest photos and clips from training and competition at the “Kalte Halle” in Bad Kissingen.
Visit our Instagram profile →“The coaches are top-notch! Helpful, everyone looks out for each other, and the team is just as great… all top athletes! The gym is big and really good for training… Definitely worth a visit💪🏼 …”
“Really great coach and a relaxed gym.”
“Very good gym and very good coaches, they can explain in 2 languages, German and Russian”
Want to develop seriously and compete? Then come to a trial session at the Kalte Halle.
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